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Nick Fonarev

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (he, him)

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West Orange, NJ 07052
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Available both in-person and online
West Orange, NJ 07052
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I am a trauma-focused IFS therapist offering a non-pathologizing space for those seeking to heal from complex trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, substance use, and grief. I support clients in safely integrating difficult life experiences by cultivating a connection to their innate healing resources. I am certified in Internal Family Systems (Level 3), Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KTC), Psychedelic Therapy and Integration (Fluence), MDMA-Assisted Therapy (MAPS/Lykos), and Harm Reduction. Over the past decade, I’ve also been involved with MAPS’ Zendo Project, helping individuals transform challenging psychological states.
Together, we’ll access your inner wisdom and compassion to witness and unburden parts of you carrying difficult emotions, limiting beliefs, trauma, and shame—supporting your system in reclaiming its gifts and capacity to thrive.
If this type of work resonates with you, I invite you to reach out.
Call or Nick Fonarev now for a free 15 minute consultation - (862) 263-7286

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

West Orange, NJ 07052

(862) 263-7286
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Substance Use and Depression 
$240 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (862) 263-7286
Photo of Nick Fonarev, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

West Orange, NJ 07052

(862) 263-7286
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Substance Use and Depression 
$240 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $240
  • Couple Sessions $275
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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Out-of-network superbills provided. Sessions are 60 minutes. Sliding scale available.
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Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 263-7286
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Out-of-network superbills provided. Sessions are 60 minutes. Sliding scale available.
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Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 263-7286

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC06438400 Nick Fonarev
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from IFS Institute Certification CSL-1490
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Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (862) 263-7286
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Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (862) 263-7286

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Substance Use
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Eating Disorders
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Men's Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
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I help clients use IFS to cultivate radical Self-compassion—learning to welcome every inner part with curiosity instead of criticism. This process heals old wounds and creates lasting change without judgment or shame.
Photo of Nick Fonarev, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 263-7286
"
I help clients use IFS to cultivate radical Self-compassion—learning to welcome every inner part with curiosity instead of criticism. This process heals old wounds and creates lasting change without judgment or shame.
Photo of Nick Fonarev, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 263-7286

3 Endorsements

Michelle Francisco
Michelle Francisco
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLMSW
I deeply appreciate Nick's compassionate approach. He creates a safe, non-judgmental space to access healing, release difficult emotions, and address deep traumas beyond traditional talk therapy. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking skilled therapist.
Erika Hurtado
Erika Hurtado
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Nick brings deep IFS knowledge, compassion, and curiosity to his work. His harm reduction lens, especially with ketamine-assisted therapy, offers clients a safe space to explore complex inner worlds and existential questions with care and clarity.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR)
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Jungian
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Person-Centered
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (862) 263-7286
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Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (862) 263-7286

Location

Primary Location

West Orange, NJ 07052

(862) 263-7286
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Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (862) 263-7286
Photo of Nick Fonarev, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Nick Fonarev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (862) 263-7286